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Download the Application
(Word)
See helpful hints
for downloading and completing application.
Loans are available up to a
maximum of $250,000:
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Land and improvements
($250,000 Max)
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New depreciable
agricultural property/equipment ($125,000 Max)
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Used depreciable
property/equipment ($62,500 Max)
Who is eligible?
Individuals or families who have not owned
and operated a farm or ranch. Or, those who have owned and operated a farm or
ranch that was less than 30% of the county’s median farm
size and whose value has never exceeded $125,000.
Median Farm Size Chart
(Word)
What about other requirements?
The borrower must directly manage and work the
farm/ranch. Off-farm income is okay.
What can be financed?
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Land Purchases
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Building
Acquisition/Construction
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Agricultural Improvements
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Machinery and Equipment
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Animals for Breeding, Work,
and Dairy
Please contact Wendy Knopp at Northwest Farm Credit
Services if you have questions about loan terms and
qualifications: (509) 340-5476 or email
wendy.knopp@farm-credit.com
Please contact Tia Peycheff at the Commission if you have questions
concerning initial program eligibility for the Beginning Farmer/Rancher Program:
(206) 287-4416 or (800) 767-4663 (toll free within
WA) or email tia.peycheff@wshfc.org
HELPFUL HINTS
FOR DOWNLOADING AND COMPLETING THE APPLICATION
STEP ONE: Right click the
Word link
above (do not double
click)
STEP TWO:
Save the file ("save target as") to your computer
STEP THREE: Open
Word then open the file on your computer
STEP FOUR: The application form should be filled out electronically
by using the tab key to move through the document.
Shift + Tab will move the cursor backwards. The
space bar or a mouse click can be used to toggle the
check boxes on and off.
If you require assistance downloading this form,
please contact us at
askusCP@wshfc.org or ask for Viet at 206-464-7139 or 800-767-4663
toll free in Washington State.
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